A-Z Students Amsterdam Fashion Institute
Competencies AMFI
The programme is based on six competencies that have been determined for AMFI as a whole in conjunction with the industry and which have been delineated for the three profiles.
Solid theoretical basis
- possesses deep knowledge of and insight into a currentl subject related to the specialisation in the fashion industry.
- possesses broad knowledge of, and insight into the place of the specialisation in the fashion industry.
- possesses solid knowledge of and insight into the specialisation.
Research skills
- Can complete a practical research project with satisfactory results.
- Collects and analyses and can convey information about a specific series of basic theories, principles and concepts., including specific information about several important currenct subjects.
- Formulates a probem defenition and research goals.
- Delinates a target group and demonstrates how the problem definition is related to strategy, organisation and the market.
- Determinesresearch questions and unravels complex problems into sub-elements of sub-questions.
- Demonstrates how the problem definition is related to an actual context and has a theoretical basis. Uses a variety of theoretical insights, concepts and perspectives.
Problem solving
- Recognises and analyses complex problems and forumulates innovative and strategic solutions.
- Formulates conceptual starting points and considers their sociatical, ethical and aesthetic aspects.
Professional craftmanship
- Demonstrates and adapts a professional approach.
- Completes complex tasks.
- Can translate a convincing and contemporary vision into a product for the fashion industry.
Capability to clearly communication
- Communicates in a goal-oriented, professional, inspiring and authentic manner.
- Adapts presentation to target group and context.
Reflection
- Develops through self-reflection and assessment of personal (learning) result.
- Asks for feedback and is open to receiving critique.
Efficient and results-oriented work process
- Can collaborate with and among different levels within the fashion industry
- Assumes responsibility for processes and results of their own work and study.